Senior Manager, Projects - Piping and Welding

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

Columbia (SC)

Remote

USD 144,000 - 180,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid vacations and holidays

Flexible work arrangements

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC is seeking a Sr. Manager of Projects to oversee piping, welding, and mechanical construction programs.

This leadership role focuses on ensuring code-compliant execution across project lifecycles, reporting to the MMC Operations Director, and enabling remote work from anywhere in the United States. You will drive safety, quality, and schedule performance on complex projects, coordinating with engineering, QA, and field teams to deliver results.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
10+ years of project management experience in industrial, power generation, or nuclear construction environments.
Experience managing large-scale piping fabrication and installation projects involving carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy materials and specialty piping systems.
Experience coordinating mechanical construction activities in accordance with ASME, AWS, API, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, productivity, and project performance.
Strong working knowledge of welding processes including GTAW (TIG), SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), FCAW and NDE requirements.
Proven ability to manage welding quality programs, turnover packages, code compliance documentation, and jurisdictional inspections.

Responsibilities

Lead planning, execution, and oversight of major mechanical construction projects (piping systems, fabrication, welding).
Manage all phases of piping construction including design coordination, procurement, fabrication, installation, hydro-testing and turnover.
Ensure welding activities comply with codes and standards (ASME B31.1, B31.3, Section IX, AWS) and project requirements.
Review and approve welding procedures (WPS), PQRs and welder qualification records.
Resolve complex mechanical, piping, and welding issues while minimizing impacts to schedule and budget.
Interface with engineering, QA and construction teams to ensure constructability and successful piping system execution.

Skills

Piping leadership

Project management

Codes & standards

Welding processes

NDE requirements

Safety & quality focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

WPS (Welding Procedure Specification)

PQRs

Welder qualification records

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse’s mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role

As a Sr. Manager of Projects, you will oversee projects in the piping and welding areas. You will provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for complex mechanical projects, serving as the primary authority on piping construction, welding execution, and code compliance throughout the project lifecycle. You will report to the Director of MMC Operations. This is a remote role that can be performed from anywhere in the United States.

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $144,000.00 to $180,000.00.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of major mechanical construction projects, with specific responsibility for piping system installation, fabrication, and welding activities.
Manage all phases of piping construction including design coordination, material procurement, fabrication, field installation, hydrostatic testing, and system turnover.
Ensure welding activities comply with applicable codes and standards, including ASME B31.1, B31.3, Section IX, AWS, and project-specific quality requirements.
Review and approve welding procedures (WPS), procedure qualification records (PQRs), and welder qualification records to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Resolve complex mechanical, piping, and welding-related field issues while minimizing impacts to project schedule and budget.
Interface with engineering, quality assurance, and construction teams to ensure constructability and successful execution of piping systems.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
10+ years of project management experience in industrial, power generation, or nuclear construction environments.
Demonstrated experience managing large-scale piping fabrication and installation projects involving carbon steel, stainless steel, alloy materials, and specialty piping systems.
Experience coordinating mechanical construction activities in accordance with ASME, AWS, API, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, productivity, and project performance.
Strong working knowledge of welding processes including GTAW (TIG), SMAW (Stick), GMAW (MIG), and FCAW, as well as nondestructive examination (NDE) requirements.
Proven ability to manage welding quality programs, turnover packages, code compliance documentation, and jurisdictional inspections.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
Employee Referral Program

Values

Safety and Quality
Integrity and Trust
Customer Focus and Innovation
Speed and Passion to Win
Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting .

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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